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Sport is one of the most popular forms of entertainment in the world, but understanding the science of sport is what makes athletes train harder, perform better and become the best of the best. Sport science can help us understand how much strain a sprinter's muscles can take, what makes a cricketer's ball spin, why marathon runners can endure such long events, and how tennis players can win mind games before they've even hit a ball.

Do women make for better endurance athletes than men?

In long-distance events, men tend to take the lead. But what happens in ultra-endurance competitions?
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This is the deadliest Olympic sport of all time

Which event has the most fatalities? (Spoiler: it's not the javelin).
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Olympics: Will we reach a point where sports records can no longer be broken?

How close are humans to peak performance? Not far off, says science.
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Here’s why sand doesn’t stick to Olympic volleyball players

The hidden science of beach volleyball.
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The strange reason Olympic divers have such tiny towels

There's some surprising science behind the small towels used by the likes of Tom Daley.
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Here’s the bizarre way horses get to the Olympics

Team GB's equine athletes have their own special transport for Paris 2024.
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Slow running could be the key to a healthier, longer life. Here’s why

Slow running is a fitness trend with some hard and fast science behind it. Here's what you need to know to reap the benefits.
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The best tennis gadgets for true fans of the sport in 2024

Step up your game and find new ways to love tennis.
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23 of the best hiking gadgets to buy in 2024

Make the most of the outdoors in 2024 with our selection of the best hiking gadgets, from essential gadgets to the best handheld GPS for hiking.
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These are the best beginner drones according to a three-time world champion pilot

From the most powerful, to the cheapest around and the do-it-yourself options, there are drones for everyone here.
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Science is closing in on exercise in pill form. That might not be such a good thing...

A new pill could offer the physical benefits of an active lifestyle, but what about the boost that exercise can give your mental health?
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The best football gadgets for getting your head in the game

Keep your eyes on the ball with our pick of the best football gadgets for improving your performance.
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